Jean Bowen Obituary

The family of Jean Bowen of Olney, Illinois announces her passing on July 27, 2026. Jean, born on October 31, 1933, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Gilbert S. Gentz and Sylvia L. Gentz (Fildes); her husband Marion D. Bowen; and her brothers, Gilbert A. Gentz, Robert M. Gentz and James C. Gentz.

She is survived by: her children, Melanie Sluder (Rusty), Dale Bowen and Mitzi Tracy (Ron); her grandchildren, Mara Sluder, Jamie Tracy, Jennifer Rodriguez-Collazo (Tomas) and Christopher Tracy (Justina); and her great grandchildren, Joshwell Rodriguez, Derek Rodriguez, Curtis Tracy, Liam Finney, Sarah Tracy and Loranzo Rodriguez. She is also survived by sister-in-law, a brother-in-law, and several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church of Noble.